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How Much Do You Know About Impotence?

Impotence is also called erectile dysfunction. Find out how much you know about what causes impotence and how it’s treated.

1. What is the most common cause of impotence?

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Vascular problems are the most common cause. These problems can be caused by high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease, according to the American Urological Association.

More men have impotence as they get older, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

A. 1 in 20
B. 1 in 10
C. 1 in 5
D. 1 in 4

3. Impotence means having problems getting or maintaining which of these?

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Orgasm and ejaculation are 2 different physical processes.

A. Erection
B. Orgasm
C. Ejaculation
D. All of the above

4. Which of these can help cause impotence?

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Fear, anxiety, guilt, and low self-esteem can make up 80% of the problem. Emotional and psychological issues usually add to the problem after impotence first happens, the NIDDK says.

A. Fear
B. Anxiety
C. Guilt
D. All of the above

5. What treatment choices are available?

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Oral testosterone may help if your testosterone levels are low. Other medicines can be injected into the penis or taken by mouth before intercourse. Vacuum devices, bendable rigid implants, and inflatable pumps can help some men with erectile dysfunction.

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